VAG vs Velan
How VAG and Velan compare on origin, specialisation and valve range — and the Vajra alternative to both, supplied to the same standards with full certification.
VAG vs Velan: what is the difference?
VAG (Germany, est. 1872) is known for Resilient-seated gate valves, butterfly valves, check valves, and plunger valves for water supply, wastewater, and fire protection. Velan (Canada (Montreal), est. 1950) is known for High-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas. They overlap most in gate valves, check valves. Below is the side-by-side, then the Vajra equivalent — a peer manufacturer supplying the same standards.
| VAG | Velan | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Germany | Canada (Montreal) |
| Founded | 1872 | 1950 |
| Known for | Resilient-seated gate valves, butterfly valves, check valves, and plunger valves for water supply, wastewater, and fire protection | High-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas |
| Valve range | 3 categories | 4 categories |
Where VAG and Velan compete
The Vajra alternative to both
Vajra Industrial Solutions is a peer valve manufacturer supplying API 6D / ASME B16.34 certified valves equivalent to both VAG and Velan — under one PO, with full documentation.
- Ductile iron body FBE (Fusion Bonded Epoxy) coated gate valves - ISO 4179 / EN 545 lining
- Resilient seat EPDM wedge - EN 1074-2 pressure and leakage tested
- WRAS / NSF/ANSI 61 approved elastomers for potable water service
- AWWA C504 and EN 593 butterfly valves - DN 50 to DN 1800 available
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